The blood test, and others like it, have been gaining momentum among doctors who use them to help detect cancers that ...

Liquid biopsies have transformed cancer testing. These tests detect signs of cancer using a simple blood draw instead of ...

The advantage is that all of this can be done with a simple blood test long before any noticeable symptoms, says Dr. Mothaffar Rimawi, executive medical director of the Dan L. Duncan Comprehensive ...

An experimental blood test for colorectal cancer may be another effective prevention tool, researchers say. The test was more than 80% accurate in detecting colon cancer in people with the disease ...

We're now closer to being able to diagnose the most common form of dementia with a simple test. The Food and Drug Administration on May 16 said it cleared the first blood test for Alzheimer's disease.

No. The F.D.A., and Alzheimer’s experts, emphasized that the blood test should be given only to people who are already experiencing cognitive decline and are ages 55 and older.

A Vitamin D Test measures the level of this essential vitamin in your blood, which is needed for bone health and immune function. Regular monitoring can help in preventing related health issues.

One of the most common blood tests in the world, CBC tests are run billions of times each year, can be imprecise. Experts are turning to machine learning to change that.